Vestiges of Beekeeping Discovered on the Mayan Train
This find adds to the rich cultural and archaeological history of the region. Vestiges of Beekeeping Discovered on the Mayan Train.
Archaeological find in Quintana Roo
The National Institute of Anthropology and History (INAH) and the Ministry of Culture have confirmed a great archaeological find in Quintana Roo.
During excavations in section six of the Mayan Train, which extends between Tulum and Chetumal, vestiges of ancient Mayan beekeeping have been found.
This find adds to the rich cultural and archaeological history of the region.
The team of archaeologists has recovered jobón caps, an indication of meliponiculture, the breeding of stingless bees, practiced by the Mayans in ancient times.
Initially, it was thought that the excavations were revealing an albarrada (wall), but the discovery of these covers changed the hypothesis, identifying the vestiges as parts of a meliponary.
Meaning of the discovery
The lids, made of limestone, have a round design and measure between 20 and 25 centimeters in diameter.
They are believed to date from the Postclassic period. Currently, only one of the caps is in good condition, while the other two show a high degree of erosion.
This find is significant because it provides a testimony of the daily life of people who did not belong to the Mayan elite.
Archaeologists suggest that they could be housing complexes in cities peripheral to important ceremonial sites, such as the archaeological zone of Chacchoben and the site of Los Limones.
These types of findings expand our knowledge about ancient beekeeping and highlight the importance of the economic and social activities of Mesoamerican communities.
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Vestiges of Beekeeping Discovered on the Mayan Train
Importance of the discovery for history and culture
The discovery of these beekeeping vestiges in section six of the Mayan Train not only enriches the cultural and archaeological heritage of the region, but also provides a more complete understanding of the organization and way of life of pre-Hispanic civilizations.
These findings contribute to our understanding of how Mayan communities lived and worked, offering a more detailed view of their economic and social activities.
Vestiges of Beekeeping Discovered on the Mayan Train
The discovery of these vestiges of Mayan beekeeping on the Mayan Train is a valuable testimony of the daily life of the people who lived in this region centuries ago.
As excavations and studies continue, it is likely that more artifacts and structures will be discovered that will help us better understand the rich cultural history of the Mayans and their lasting legacy on the Yucatan Peninsula.
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